1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 298 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
